The Department of Transportation (DoT) is coming to Eastern Queens again to get feedback from you about the proposed Queens Waterfront Greenway. As you’ll remember, this will be a family safe path from Fort Totten all the way to Gantry State Park (where the midtown tunnel is), as much as possible following the bay. As… Read More Tell DoT Where You Want the Queens Waterfront Greenway
For 20 years we’ve been working to complete the Eastern Queens Greenway. As a new year starts, now is the time to look at our progress and the journey ahead.… Read More What’s Happening to the Eastern Queens Greenway?
The Queens Waterfront Greenway is poised to transform how residents connect to their waterfront and each other. Stretching 16 miles from Gantry Plaza State Park to Fort Totten, the plan will close critical gaps in bike and pedestrian infrastructure, creating a safe, continuous corridor for recreation, commuting, and community life. On December 8, NYC DOT, NYC Parks, and NYC EDC will host a workshop in Astoria focused on the western section of the Greenway, from Gantry Plaza to Bowery Bay. This session is not just informational—it’s a chance for residents to directly shape the design. Feedback gathered will guide short‑term street improvements and long‑term capital projects, ensuring the Greenway reflects community priorities.… Read More Queens Waterfront Greenway Western Workshop is Dec 8 and Our New Bathrooms in Kissena Park Will Be Built in 2026!
Thanksgiving highlights food insecurity in New York City, with nearly 300,000 in Queens affected. Cranksgiving Queens on November 22 is a cycling initiative where riders transport non-perishable food donations to support local families. Ending at the historic Kissena Velodrome, the event honors cycling culture while addressing community needs. … Read More Cranksgiving Queens: Fighting Food Insecurity, Riding to the Kissena Velodrome
In the 19th Council District of northeast Queens, voters face a stark choice between Benjamin Chou and incumbent Vickie Albrizio Paladino. Chou emphasizes public safety and expanded transit options, while Paladino champions local control and skepticism of new transportation projects. The campaign highlights differing styles, priorities, and community perceptions regarding street management.… Read More Northeast Queens Race Tests Competing Visions for Street Safety
Join the Halloween night bike ride that emphasizes community spirit and fun. Expect spooky tunes and decorations as participants cruise slowly through neighborhoods, admiring festive displays. Costumes are encouraged, and safety tips include avoiding vision-blocking attire and using bike-safe props. This event fosters inclusivity and visibility, transforming Halloween into a celebration of togetherness on the streets. Bring lights, music, and a rideable costume.… Read More Cyclists Herd Halloween Decorations Ride – This Friday!
On Tuesday, October 28 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Louis Armstrong House Museum in Corona, NYC DOT will present Round Two of planning for the Queens Waterfront Greenway, the central segment running from Bowery Bay to Willets Point. We need you to give your feedback to shape this greenway.… Read More Queens Waterfront Greenway Workshop at the Louis Armstrong House Museum – Tuesday, October 28 from 6-8pm
The struggle for Flushing Meadows Corona Park continues as community members rally against a proposed casino. Despite unanimous support from the Community Advisory Committee, state licensing is still required. A March Against the Casino on October 5 aims to advocate for public space, transparency, and community involvement in development decisions.… Read More Queens Residents Mobilize: March Against the Casino This Sunday
Join District 19’s City Council Candidate Ben Chou this Sunday. Gather at Flushing Meadows Park’s Unisphere at 4:00 PM or head directly to the venue at 5:00 PM. Share your ideas for positive change in our community!… Read More Bike To Meet Ben Chou This Sunday
College Point has very little street safety infrastructure, which means it’s residents (especially kids) are a high risk of being run over. We’ve designed a plan that would minimize disruption for the community, but create major routes to safely connect to parks and schools.… Read More Help the Kids of College Point Take Their Parks Back
The music bike ride resumes this Friday, September 26th, at 6:30 PM at Peck Park. It’s a casual, enjoyable group ride focused on fun rather than racing. Join to reconnect with old friends or meet new ones while enjoying the warm weather and music along the route.… Read More The summer is over, but the Music Bike Ride is back this Friday!
We need a Peck Park bike lane that encourages cars, cyclists, and pedestrians to work together.… Read More The Peck Park Bike Lane Isn’t Working
This month’s music ride is canceled, but Bronx Greenways is hosting a 30-mile guided ride on August 10, led by Edmundo Martinez. The tour showcases greenway developments in the Bronx, blending history and advocacy for urban planning. Additional events include a beginner-friendly ride and a survey for addressing community issues.… Read More No Music Ride this Month; Instead Check out the Bronx Greenways on Aug. 10
On Thursday, July 31 at around 2:18 p.m., 55-year-old Bayside resident Zhao Feng Zhen was riding her bike southbound on Hollis Court Boulevard near 50th Avenue in Queens Village when she was struck from behind by a 2015 Nissan Rogue driven by a 62-year-old woman.… Read More Bayside Cyclist Zhao Feng Zhen Killed at Queens Intersection: A Tragedy with Many To Blame
Due to thunderstorms, flooding, and downed tree branches we’re canceling tonight’s ride. Riding in the rain can be fun. Riding around bad drivers on the rain is the problem.
Join us for a mid-summer music ride.… Read More Ready to chase the sunset on two wheels?
A decades-old promise to build the Eastern Queens Greenway remains unfulfilled, as delays, design setbacks, and inflated costs threaten safety and stall community momentum. Residents and advocates are fighting back—arguing that every year of inaction chips away at public trust, while vulnerable parkgoers bear the brunt of government gridlock. This isn’t just about paving a path—it’s a battle to prove that local voices, not just billionaires, deserve meaningful progress.… Read More Eastern Queens Greenway: What Happens When A Dream Is Deferred By Decades
On a humid July morning, nearly two dozen volunteers from Kissena Synergy worked in Eastern Queens Parks, enhancing overgrown trails as part of a grassroots forestry and trails program. Participants, including local students Tyler Tang and Dylan Chung, aimed to improve park safety and promote ecological health while reminiscing about their childhood experiences. In addition to trail maintenance, the group supports community initiatives, such as a food pantry and Participatory Budgeting. Kissena Synergy exemplifies how local grassroots efforts can positively impact both the environment and community ties.… Read More Stewards of New York: Kissena Synergy Lead the Way in Park Restoration
Get ready to pedal, party, and vote! Join our Music Bike Ride this Friday at Peck Park, enjoy iconic treats at The Lemon Ice King of Corona. Read our article to find out who we’re backing in the Mayoral Primary and why!… Read More Why You Should Vote for Zohran Today, then come out for the Music Ride Party on Friday
New York City’s streets are being turned into battlegrounds by reckless drivers, with Queens among the hardest hit. Repeat offenders, often speeding and driving drunk, are responsible for a disproportionate number of fatal crashes—yet political inaction has allowed them to continue their reign of terror. The Speed Limiters for the Most Reckless Drivers bill proposes an effective, proven solution: Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) technology that automatically prevents vehicles from exceeding speed limits. ISA has been shown to reduce fatalities, curb emissions, and lower noise pollution, offering a path toward safer, cleaner streets. The time for hesitation is over—New York must act now.… Read More Rein In Reckless Speeders—Mandating ISA for the worst 1.5% of Speeders Could Save Your Life
Eastern Queens Greenway 